Demystified: How the Electoral College Works

The video explains the Electoral College system used in U.S. presidential elections. Voters cast ballots for electors, who then vote for the president. Most states use a winner-take-all system, but Maine and Nebraska allocate votes differently. Electors meet in December to cast votes, which are counted in January. If no candidate gets 270 votes, the House of Representatives decides the winner. Some presidents have won the Electoral College but lost the popular vote, sparking calls for reform. Despite its complexity, voting remains a crucial civic duty.

Can you explain the difference between the electoral vote and the popular vote?

What are some historical instances where a candidate won the electoral vote but lost the popular vote?